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How do I transfer child care expenses to the spouse or common-law partner with the higher net income?
by TurboTax• Updated 10 months ago
The CRA normally requires child care expenses to be claimed by the spouse or common-law partner with the lower net income. But, the spouse or common-law partner with the higher net income can claim the expenses if one or more of the following conditions are met during the tax year:
- The supporting person with the lower net income attended school part-time or full-time.
- The supporting person with the lower net income was incapable of caring for children because of a mental or physical infirmity.
- The supporting person with the lower net income was in prison for at least two weeks.
- You were separated from your spouse or common-law partner for at least 90 days due to a breakdown in your relationship.
To claim child care expenses on the return of the spouse with the higher net income, select your edition of TurboTax, then follow the instructions.
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